Chelsea Appoint Guus Hiddink As Interim Manager

Chelsea Football Club has officially announced Guus Hiddink as interim first-team manager.

According to a statement the club, Hiddink is to handle affairs at the club till end of the season.

"Mr Abramovich and the Board believe that Guus has what it takes to get the best out of our talented squad," a statement on the club's website said.

Guus said: 'I am excited to return to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea is one of the biggest clubs in the world but is not where it should be at the moment. However, I am sure we can all turn this season around.

‘I am looking forward to working with the players and staff at this great club and especially renewing my wonderful relationship with the Chelsea fans.'

The Dutchman will be at Stamford Bridge for today’s match but Steve Holland will take control of team matters for the game alongside Eddie Newton, who will now take on the role of assistant first-team coach.